Gold, Silver Prices Soar in Rajasthan: Silver Jumps 17,000, Gold Also Rises

• Gold and silver prices in Rajasthan saw a record surge on Thursday, surprising customers and traders.
• Silver prices increased by approximately 17,000 rupees in a single day, while gold became more expensive by up to 1,700 rupees.
• Pure silver reached 2,66,600 rupees per kilogram, and 24-carat gold was 1,41,750 rupees per 10 grams.
• Prices varied across major cities: Jaipur saw pure silver at 2,68,000 rupees/kg and 24-carat gold at 1,42,000 rupees/10 grams.
• Experts attribute the surge to increased industrial demand for silver in the international market, particularly in electronics and solar panels.

Why It Matters: Rajasthan witnesses record gold and silver price hikes, driven by global industrial demand for silver.